Hubertus Strughold Scientist

Hubertus Strughold MD, Ph.D (June 15, 1898 – September 25, 1986) was a German-born physiologist and prominent medical researcher. Beginning in 1935 he served as chief of Aeromedical Research for the German Luftwaffe, holding this position throughout World War II. In 1947 he was brought to the United States as part of Operation Paperclip and held a series of high-ranking medical positions in both the US Air Force and NASA.For his role in pioneering the study of the physical and psychological effects of manned spaceflight he became known as "The Father of Space Medicine". Following his death, Strughold's activities under the Nazis came under greater scrutiny and allegations surrounding his involvement in Nazi-era human experimentation greatly diminished his reputation.

Personal facts

Birth date	June 05, 1898
Birth place	German Empire , Germany , Westphalia , Hamm , Province of Westphalia
Citizenship	German nationality law
Date of death	September 25, 1986
Place of death	Texas , San Antonio
Education	University of Göttingen University of Würzburg
Known for	Space medicine Nazi human experimentation